D'Arros Island

Island Private Seychelles island adjacent to marine conservation area

An island in the Amirantes chain of the Outer Seychelles, D’Arros Island offers coral reefs, birdlife and small-scale resort or charter access; visitors arrive for diving, fishing and conservation-focused stays.

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D'Arros Island
-5.4144, 53.3025

How to Get to D'Arros Island #

D’Arros is remote and typically reached by private charter from Mahé or via organised expeditions in the Amirantes group. Access is usually by boat or small aircraft to nearby landing points; arrangements must be made in advance.

Tips for Visiting D'Arros Island #

  • D'Arros is privately owned and access is usually via invited guests or arranged charters - check with local operators in the Amirantes.
  • If chartering, combine the island visit with nearby atolls for better value - the Amirantes chain rewards multi-stop trips.
  • Respect local conservation practices; the Seychelles often manage private island access to protect nesting seabirds and marine habitats.

Best Time to Visit D'Arros Island #

Visits to D'Arros and the Amirantes are best planned in the trade-wind season (May-October) for calmer sea conditions; private arrangements usually required.

Southeast trade winds (May-October)
May-October · 24-29°C (75-84°F)
Calmer seas on the west side of the archipelago; good for diving and boating.
Northeast monsoon (November-April)
November-April · 26-31°C (79-88°F)
Warmer waters and occasional heavy showers; coral activity and calm lagoon days possible.

Weather & Climate near D'Arros Island #

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 24°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1661 mm/year), wettest in January.

Best Time to Visit
SeptemberMayJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (266 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
25° 30°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

266 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

February

February is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (200 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 30°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

200 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

March

March is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (145 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

145 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (151 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

151 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 30°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

June

June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 29°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

July

July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
24° 28°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.7h daylight

August

August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Regular rainfall (81 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

76 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
24° 28°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

September

September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Regular rainfall (89 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
24° 29°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (119 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 29°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

119 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

November

November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (145 mm).

80 Excellent

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

145 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

December

December is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (217 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

217 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

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